Sungkyunkwan University is a private university in Seoul (listen (help· info)) and Suwon, South Korea. The university has two campuses: the Humanities and Social Sciences campus in Myeongnyun Dong, Jongno-gu in central Seoul, and the Natural Sciences Campus in Cheoncheon Dong, Jangan Gu, Suwon. The literal meaning of "Sungkyunkwan" is "an institution for building a harmonious society of perfected human beings". Eighteen schools and three colleges offer degrees at the bachelor's level, and twelve graduate schools confer various degrees at both the masters and doctoral levels. It is considered to be one of the foremost universities in the country.^[3] The world ranking of Sungkyunkwan University based on the number of published Science Citation Index (SCI) journals is 146, which is 3rd in Korea.^[4] Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... For other uses, see Motto (disambiguation). ... The date of establishment or date of founding of an institution is the date on which that institution chooses to claim as its starting point. ... Events Glendalough monastery, Wicklow Ireland destroyed. ... Year 1946 (MCMXLVI) was a common year starting on Tuesday (link will display full 1946 calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... University President is the title of the highest ranking officer within a university, within university systems that prefer that appellation over other variations such as Chancellor or rector. ... A faculty is a division within a university. ... In some educational systems, undergraduate education is post-secondary education up to the level of a Bachelors degree. ... Degree ceremony at Cambridge. ... Short name Statistics Location map Map of location of Seoul. ... Suwon (Suwon-si) is the provincial capital of Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. ... Short name Statistics Location map Map of location of Seoul. ... Suwon (Suwon-si) is the provincial capital of Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. ... Gyeonggi-do is the most populous province in South Korea. ... Cities with at least a million inhabitants in 2006 An urban area is an area with an increased density of human-created structures in comparison to the areas surrounding it. ... School colors are the colors chosen by a school to represent it on uniforms and other items of identification. ... Green is a color seen commonly in nature. ... Blue (from Old High German blao shining) is one of the three primary additive colors; blue light has the shortest wavelength (about 470 nm) of the three primary colors. ... Millie, once mascot of the City of Brampton, is now the Brampton Arts Councils representative. ... Species G. biloba L. The Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba; 銀杏 in Chinese), frequently misspelled as Gingko, and also known as the Maidenhair Tree, is a unique tree with no close living relatives. ... A website (alternatively, Web site or web site) is a collection of Web pages, images, videos and other digital assets that is hosted on one or several Web server(s), usually accessible via the Internet, cell phone or a LAN. A Web page is a document, typically written in HTML... Jamo redirects here. ... Hanja is the Korean name for Chinese characters. ... The Revised Romanization of Korean is the official Korean language romanization system in South Korea. ... McCune-Reischauer romanization is one of the two most widely used Korean language romanization systems, along with the Revised Romanization of Korean, which replaced (a modified) McCune-Reischauer as the official romanization system in South Korea in 2000. ... Short name Statistics Location map Map of location of Seoul. ... Image File history File links Ko-Seoul. ... Suwon (Suwon-si) is the provincial capital of Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. ... Jongno-gu is a gu, or district, in central Seoul, South Korea. ... Jangan Gu, established on July 1, 1988, is a district of the city of Suwon in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. ... Suwon (Suwon-si) is the provincial capital of Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. ...

Location

The Humanities and Social Sciences campus in Seoul is at the following coordinates - 37°35′13.5″N 126°59′38.5″E / 37.587083, 126.994028 - while the Natural Sciences campus in Suwon is at 37°17′36″N 126°58′28.5″E / 37.29333, 126.974583. The Agricultural Department's fields are at the following coordinates: 37°17′21.5″N 126°58′5″E / 37.289306, 126.96806. These are notable for their large prostrate Korean flag and map, which lie 0.56km from the Natural Sciences campus main gate on a bearing of 252°. Short name Statistics Location map Map of location of Seoul. ... Suwon (Suwon-si) is the provincial capital of Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. ...

History

See also: Sungkyunkwan

The Sungkyunkwan was established in 1398 to offer prayers and memorials to Confucius and his disciples, and to promote the study of the Confucian canon. It was located in the capital Hanseong, modern-day Seoul. It followed the example of the Goryeo-period Gukjagam, which in its later years was also known by the name "Sungkyunkwan." The Sungkyunkwan was Korea's foremost institution of the highest learning under the Joseon dynasty education system. The original Sungkyunkwan was established in 1398 to offer prayers and memorials to Confucius and his disciples, and to promote the study of the Confucian canon. ... Events Glendalough monastery, Wicklow Ireland destroyed. ... Confucius (Chinese: ; pinyin: ; Wade-Giles: Kung-fu-tzu), lit. ... Short name Statistics Location map Map of location of Seoul. ... Taegeuk is a traditional symbol of Korea Capital Gaegyeong Language(s) Korean Religion Buddhism Government Monarchy Wang  - 918 - 946 Taejo  - 949 - 975 Gwangjong  - 1259 - 1274 Wonjong  - 1351 - 1374 Gongmin Historical era 918 - 1392  - Later Three Kingdoms rise 892  - Coronation of Taejo June 15, 918  - Korea-Khitan Wars 993 - 1019  - Mongolian... The Gukjagam, known at times as Gukhak or Seonggyungwan, was the highest educational institution of the Korean Goryeo dynasty. ... This article is about the Korean peninsula and civilization. ... Territory of Joseon after Jurchen conquest of King Sejong Capital Hanseong Language(s) Korean Religion Neo-Confucianism Government Monarchy Wang  - 1392 - 1398 Taejo (first)  - 1863 - 1897 Gojong (last)1 Yeong-uijeong  - 1431 - 1449 Hwang Hui  - 1466 - 1472 Han Myeonghoe  - 1592 - 1598 Ryu Seongryong  - 1894 Kim Hongjip History  - Coup of 1388... Education in the Joseon Dynasty of Korea was largely aimed at preparing students for government service. ...

After World War II, with the emergence of the Republic of Korea, the Old Sungkyunkwan reincorporated as a private institution. As Korea modernized and underwent social and economic reforms, the University grew rapidly to keep up with the diverse demands of the advancing country. In 1946, the entering class numbered 155; the number of the Sungkyunkwan's graduates totaled about 130,000. While a long history alone cannot guarantee the excellence of an institution, the rich culture that exudes from a long tradition is surely a unique and valuable asset of the University. The Sungkyunkwan now operates two campuses: the Humanities and Social Sciences Campus and the Natural Sciences Campus.

Chronicle

• 1398: The foundation of Sungkyunkwan

(1400-1418) Taejong initiates a tradition for royal princes to enter Sungkyunkwan. Events Glendalough monastery, Wicklow Ireland destroyed. ...

• 1475: Jongyeonggak; the first library, is established.
• 1592: Munmyo, the Confucian Shrine, is destroyed in a fire.
• 1601: Munmyo is reconstructed.
• 1895: Sungkunkwan is reformed as a modern three-year university.
• 1911: The University is renamed Kyonghagwon by the Japanese Colonial Government.
• 1946: The reopening of the Sungkyunkwan college on Sep. 25, 1946.^[5]
• 1950: Campus buildings, libraries are destroyed in a fire.
• 1953: The University is promoted to a comprehensive university; The Graduate School is established.
• 1954: The Main Building is constructed (5 storeys, 1,333 pyeong).
• 1957: First Science Hall
• 1958: The Central Library is opened (5 storeys, 1,038 pyeong); The Evening College is established.
• 1962: The Administration Building is constructed (4 storeys, 1,271 pyeong).
• 1963: The College of Business Administration is established.

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• 1964: The opening of the Museum.
• 1965: The College of Sciences and Engineering is established.
• 1966: The School of Library Service is established.

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• 1971: The Graduate School of Foreign Trade is established.
• 1972: The College of Education is established.
• 1978: The Natural Sciences Campus opens.
• 1981: The Graduate School of Education is established.
• 1983: The Science Library building is constructed.
• 1986: The Susonggwan Gymnasium Complex and Yanghyongwan Student Quarters are constructed.
• 1988: The Graduate School of Confucian Studies is established.
• 1993: The School of Continuing Education is established.
• 1995: The Graduate School of International Cooperation is established.
• 1996: The Samsung Group reacquires the university foundation The Graduate School of Mass Communications and Journalism is established.
• 1997: The College of Medicine, the Graduate School of Design, and the Graduate School of Business Administration are established.
• 1998: 600th Anniversary; The School of Art is established.
• 1999: The Medical Building is constructed.
• 2000: The 600th Anniversary Building is constructed; The Business Administration Building is reconstructed.
• 2001: The Research Complex 1 is constructed; The Wisdom Hall(dormitory) is constructed.
• 2002: The Electronic Microscope Complex is constructed.
• 2002: Construction begins on the Law Building.
• 2003: The inauguration of the 18th President: Dr Jung-Don Seo.
• 2004: The Law Building is constructed; Su Seon Hall is renovated; Hoam Hall is renovated; The International House is constructed;

SKK Graduate School of Business is launched in collaboration with the MIT Sloan School of Management.

• 2005: The Research Complex 2 is constructed.
• 2006: The Graduate School of Mobile Systems Engineering, which is sponsered by Samsung Electronics, is established; The PACE(Partners for the Advancement of Collaborative Engineering Education) Center is established; The Semiconductor System Engineering Course, which is sponsered by Samsung Electronics, is established.

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Motto

The 600th Anniversary Building at Sungkyunkwan University.

The University's motto, "Humanity, Righteousness, Propriety, and Wisdom"(仁, 義, 禮, 知) reflects the basic spirit of Confucianism. These four cardinal virtues express humankind's four inherent elements of spirit, action, conscience, and intellect. Humanity abides in the heart that loves, righteousness abides in the heart that knows right from wrong, propriety abides in the heart that knows forbearance, and wisdom abides in the heart that perceives. Confucian philosophy attests to man's innate goodness, and at the same time recognizes that this quality must nevertheless be awakened and nurtured. These four principles, which comprise the university's philosophy of instruction, are the basis for higher education's goals of the search for truth and the establishment of social justice, which are, in turn, based on humanity. Image File history File linksMetadata No higher resolution available. ... Image File history File linksMetadata No higher resolution available. ...

University symbol

The university's symbol is two giant ginkgo trees (Natural Monument No.59). Although these trees are not located on the modern campus of the university, they are considered one of the school's key symbols.^[6] Planted in 1519 by Yun Tak (former president of Sungkyunkwan), they hold symbolic meaning in Confucianism because Confucius is said to have loved reading, pondering, and teaching his disciples under a ginkgo tree. These trees also represent longevity and enlightenment, both held important in Korean culture. This is a partial list of the natural monuments of South Korea, as designated by the Cultural Heritage Administration of South Korea. ... Events March 4 - Hernán Cortés lands in Mexico. ... The original Sungkyunkwan was established in 1398 to offer prayers and memorials to Confucius and his disciples, and to promote the study of the Confucian canon. ... Wenmiao Temple, a Confucian Temple in Wuwei, Gansu, Peoples Republic of China. ... Confucius (Chinese: ; pinyin: ; Wade-Giles: Kung-fu-tzu), lit. ...

Faculties

Data from April 2007 ^[7] - School of Confucian and Oriental Studies: 10 - College of Humanities: 70 - College of Law: 28 - School of Social Sciences: 48 - School of Economics: 31 - School of Business Administration: 51 - School of Human Life Sciences: 14 - College of Education: 19 - School of Art: 25 - college of freshman : 13 - Natural Sciences: 67 - Information and Communication Engineering: 62 - Engineering: 133 - Pharmacy: 19 - Life Science and Natural Resources: 19 - Sport Science: 12 - Medicine: 497 - Sungkyun Language Institute: 32 // Sungkyun Language Institute is a semi-autonomous division of Sungkyunkwan University. ...

Full-Time Professors : 1,074 Emeritus Professors : 130 Research Professors : 190 Clinical Professors : 70 Associate Professors : 1,562 Lecturer : 803 Adjunct Professors : 181 Visiting Professors : 91 Exchange Professors : 1 ETC : 3 Total: 4,105

Campus

• Humanities and Social Sciences Campus

The deep roots of the University are so strongly entwined with Seoul that we cannot describe the University in isolation from the city. Like the University, Seoul, the heart of Korea, is the center of Korea's remarkable economic growth over the past 40 years with its old unique tradition and newly innovated modernity. Seoul was the seat of government as early as the Baekje Kingdom, more than over 1,500 years. Even so, the city had its real genesis with the establishment of the Joseon Dynasty in 1392, when it became the capital city. Seoul is one of those cities which maintains the architectural beauty of the past in the midst of modern development. Seoul's architectural symbols of the past have been carefully preserved to maintain a link between the city of yesterday and the thriving composition city of today.

As the cultural, economic, and political center of the nation, Seoul provides infinite opportunities for research. University students reap benefits from the city's resources, and are able to put into practice what they have learned in the classroom. The University is located inside the city walls, within the original capital of Joseon.

Located on the original Sungkyunkwan site, the Humanities and Social Sciences Campus is spread over a hill looking down on Jongmyo Royal Shrine, which has been designated by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage Site. Just like Seoul, the University grew rapidly, and the expansion called for building a new campus.

The original site was preserved for the Humanities and Social Sciences Campus, while the expanding science programs were moved to a new campus in Suwon. Currently, 6 schools and 3 colleges and many graduate schools call the Humanities and Social Sciences Campus their home. To commemorate the founding philosophy of the University, the 600th Anniversary Memorial Hall, which houses the Academy of East Asian Studies was constructed on this campus. This new facility has a floor space of 31,930 square meters as well as four underground levels and six ground levels.

• Natural Sciences Campus

The University's modern Natural Sciences Campus was established in 1978. This campus is situated 45km away from the south of Seoul, on a 250-acre site.

The campus is home to 5 Schools, 2 Colleges as well as various graduate schools. The management of the Natural Sciences Campus is considered a paragon of educational administration in Korea.

When the new campus was built, the idea of a dual campus system was revolutionary in Korean higher education; this system remains unique in Korea. Some comprehensive universities located in big cities have tried to meet the need for expansion by founding a separate, usually smaller schools in an outstanding rural area.

This "duplication" has its limits; this sort of structure creates unnecessary owing to limited faculty, facilities, and funding. Besides solving the problem of physical expansion, the separate campus system brought the University limitless opportunities for growth.

Suwon is one of the cities which preserves the traditional beauty of the Joseon era [1392 ~ 1910], but it now also flourishes as a center for business, education and economic research, thanks to its proximity to major industrial complexes.

In an effort to serve society by building a bridge between academia and the industrial sector, another initiative TM the Science Technology Park [STP] TM is being developed at this campus.

The University, the industries in the surrounding area, and the government have combined forces in this project.

Budget and facilities

Annual Budget: 2,873 billion won ^[8]

Budget from Tuition: 1,294 billion won (45%)

Budget from University Foundation: 6,22 billion won (21,6%)

(Total financial settlement of accounts at the end of the year 2002)

Current Library Holdings: 1,763,000 (bound volumes)

Central Library: 998,000 / Science Library: 658,000 / Library of Medicine: 60,000 / Law Library: 47,000

Experimental Equipment Holdings: 779 billion won (around 42 thousand in counting)

Humanities and Social Sciences Campus: 45 billion won (around 19 thousand in counting)

Natural Sciences Campus: 734 billion won (around 23 thousand in counting)

University Area: 887 acres

Humanities and Social Sciences Campus: 344 acres / Natural Sciences Campus: 543 acres

(including Tobong Varsity Teams Training Center: 3.6 acres / Botanical Gardens: 81 acres /

Samchuk Seaside Retreat: 0.6 acres / Research Area: 319 acres / Other forests and fields: 9.5 acres)

Building Area: 78 acres

Humanities and Social Sciences Campus: 34 acres

Natural Sciences Campus: 44 acres

References

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See also

• List of Korea-related topics
• List of colleges and universities in South Korea
• Education in the Joseon Dynasty
• Education in South Korea
• Daehangno
• Samsung Global Scholarship Program
• SAINT (Sungkyunkwan Advanced Institute of Nanotechnology)

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External links

• Official site (in Korean)
• Official site (in English)
• SKK Advanced Institute of Nanotechnology (SAINT)
• SKK GSB
• Academy of East Asian Studies (AEAS)
• Unversity College
• Jon'gyeong'gak (Library)
• Medical Library
• Hanyonggyo Law Library
• Linbrary(ENG)
• Central Library
• Science Library
• Sungkyun Language Institute
• Cyber Education System (I-Campus)

• School of Business Administration
• School of Economics
• School of Natural Sciences
• School of Information and Communication Engineering
• College of Engineering
• College of Pharmacy
• School of Medicine

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